2009 Ford Flex vs. 2011 Peugeot 207
To start off, 2011 Peugeot 207 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Ford Flex. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Ford Flex would be higher. At 3,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Ford Flex is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Flex (262 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 2011 Peugeot 207. (108 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Flex should accelerate faster than 2011 Peugeot 207. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Peugeot 207 weights approximately 265 kg more than 2009 Ford Flex.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2009 Ford Flex (336 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Peugeot 207. (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Flex will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Peugeot 207. 2009 Ford Flex has automatic transmission and 2011 Peugeot 207 has manual transmission. 2011 Peugeot 207 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Ford Flex will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Flex | 2011 Peugeot 207 | |
| Make | Ford | Peugeot |
| Model | Flex | 207 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3494 cc | 1586 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 262 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 336 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1231 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 50 L |
